Having been reduced in size, volume, or extent; made more compact or concentrated, either physically or conceptually. It can also refer to a liquid or gas that has been transformed into a denser form, like through cooling or compression. In a figurative sense, it implies summarizing or simplifying complex information, often for brevity or clarity, preserving the essential elements.
Condensed meaning with examples
- The historian presented a condensed version of the complex history of the Roman Empire, omitting some of the less relevant details to save time.
- After boiling for hours, the milk thickened into condensed milk, a sweet, syrupy substance used in desserts and other recipes.
- The author used the condensed notes to write a comprehensive report of the research, distilling the data down to its key insights.
- Due to high pressure, water vapor condensed on the cold glass forming tiny droplets, a visible demonstration of the change of state.
- The artist employed a condensed style in their drawings, using only a few, strategically placed lines to create detailed and vivid images.
Condensed Synonyms
abridged compact compressed concentrated consolidated reduced shortened summarized thickenedCondensed Antonyms
attenuated diffuse diluted elaborated expanded extended lengthened unabridged vaporizedCondensed Crossword Answers
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ABRIDGED